SEPTEMBER 4-7, 2026
🇺🇸 Labor Day Weekend Family Fun
Things to do with kids in The Woodlands, Conroe, Montgomery, Magnolia, Spring & North Houston
Labor Day weekend is here, and if you're wondering "What are we doing with the kids this weekend?" — we've got you!
From fireworks and free festivals to fishing, farmers markets, nighttime paddles, splash-worthy adventures and air-conditioned backup plans, we've rounded up family fun happening throughout The Woodlands, Conroe, Montgomery, Magnolia, Spring and surrounding North Houston communities.
⭐ SAVE THIS GUIDE: Plans and holiday hours can change, so be sure to confirm details directly with the event or venue before heading out.
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🎆 Labor Day Festival at Waterway Square
Sunday, Sept. 6 | 5-9 p.m.
📍 Waterway Square, The Woodlands
🎟️ FREE
Celebrate the end of summer with live music, children's activities, face painting, balloon art, strolling entertainment and pie-eating contests. The evening finishes with a fireworks finale around 8:55 p.m., weather permitting.
🎣 35th Annual Kids Fishing Festival
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 7:30 a.m.-Noon
📍 Creekwood Park, The Woodlands
👧 Ages 2-16
Bring your own rod, reel and tackle and let the kids spend the morning fishing! Free bait will be available, with music, refreshments, hot dogs and an awards ceremony. Fishing begins at 8 a.m.
🦢 Starlight Swans
Friday, Sept. 4
📍 Riva Row Boat House, The Woodlands
Cruise The Woodlands Waterway after dark in an illuminated swan pedal boat while taking in glowing bridges, murals and nighttime views.
🌙 Moonlight Paddle
Friday, Sept. 4
📍 Riva Row Boat House, The Woodlands
Explore Lake Woodlands after dark on a staff-led paddle in illuminated kayaks. No experience is necessary, and equipment is provided.
🎩 Conroe Conjuring: Family Comedy Magic
Friday, Sept. 4 | 7:30 p.m.
📍 Owen Theatre, Downtown Conroe
Magician Erick Olson brings an evening of clean, family-friendly comedy, illusions and magic to the historic Owen Theatre.
LEARN MORE →🇺🇸 More Events Happening This Weekend
Friday, September 4
🦢 Starlight Swans — Riva Row Boat House, The Woodlands
🌙 Moonlight Paddle — Lake Woodlands
🎩 Conroe Conjuring — 7:30 p.m. at Owen Theatre
🌴 Start a Lake Conroe Labor Day Staycation — Margaritaville Lake Resort is celebrating Jimmy Buffett Day and Labor Day weekend with resort programming, waterpark fun and live entertainment.
Saturday, September 5
🎣 Kids Fishing Festival — 7:30 a.m.-Noon at Creekwood Park
🥕 The Woodlands Farmers Market — Grogan's Mill Village Center
🛍️ Lone Star 1st Saturday Market — 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in Historic Montgomery
🌱 Tomball Farmers Market — 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in Old Town Tomball
🎨 Tomball Arts & Makers Market — 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 405 Commerce Street
🏛️ Tomball Museum Center — Open Saturday for families looking to add a little local history to their Tomball outing.
🐦 Jesse H. Jones Park Bird Survey — 8-10 a.m. for birders age 12+; registration requested.
Sunday, September 6
🚗 Cars & Coffee for a Cause — 6-10 a.m. at Market Street in The Woodlands. See classics, hot rods, exotics and specialty vehicles while supporting Montgomery County nonprofits.
🎆 The Woodlands Labor Day Festival — 5-9 p.m. at Waterway Square.
📚 Children's Author Event in Tomball — A Sunday afternoon book event makes an easy quieter option for younger families.
Monday, September 7 — Labor Day
🌊 Labor Day at Conroe Lake House — Holiday celebration from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. on Lake Conroe.
🫧 POST Houston Labor Day Foam Party — 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Skylawn. $5 and open to all ages.
✈️ Lone Star Flight Museum Labor Day Fun — $10 admission with aircraft displays, plane tours, flight simulators, kids' activities and free hot dogs while supplies last.
💦 One Last Splash of Summer
Labor Day in Texas is still very much pool weather! If your family's perfect holiday weekend involves swimsuits, sunscreen and something cold to drink, build in one last water day before fall schedules really take over.
💦 The Woodlands Township Pools
Several community pools remain in operation around Labor Day weekend. Check the Township's current pool schedule before heading out.
🛶 Kayak or Paddleboard Lake Woodlands
Rent equipment from one of The Woodlands boathouses and turn the afternoon into an on-the-water adventure.
🦢 Swan Boats on The Waterway
An easy family option if you'd rather pedal than paddle.
🌴 Lake Conroe Day
Spend the afternoon boating, swimming, dining lakeside or making your own mini staycation.
🌳 Get Outside
Not every great weekend plan needs a ticket or scheduled event. Pack the water bottles, grab some snacks and make your own adventure.
🌲 W.G. Jones State Forest — Hike, bike, picnic and look for wildlife along FM 1488 between The Woodlands and Conroe.
🌊 Northshore Park — Lake views, trails, playgrounds and picnic space make this an easy family afternoon.
🧗 Texas TreeVentures — Take Labor Day weekend to new heights on The Woodlands' outdoor aerial adventure course.
🚲 Explore The Woodlands Trails — Bike, scooter or walk part of the community's extensive pathway system.
🌳 Spring Creek Greenway — Pick a trail or nature center and turn the morning into a family nature outing.
🧺 Pack a Park Picnic — Rob Fleming Park, Northshore Park, Bear Branch Park and neighborhood parks all make easy low-cost weekend plans.
☀️ Too Hot? Beat the Heat Indoors
Because September in Houston doesn't always get the "fall" memo. Keep a few air-conditioned ideas in your back pocket in case the afternoon heat wins.
🧪 The Woodlands Children's Museum — Interactive play and exhibits geared toward younger kids.
🧗 Indoor Rock Climbing — A good active option for older kids and adventurous families.
🛝 Indoor Playgrounds — The Woodlands, Spring and Conroe all have several indoor play options for younger kids.
🎳 Bowling — Always reliable when everyone needs to get out of the house without standing in the heat.
🎮 Activate Games — Interactive active gaming in The Woodlands for families with bigger kids and teens.
🎨 Make Something — Check local pottery painting, art studios or Labor Day weekend craft classes for a quieter afternoon activity.
Holiday hours may vary. Always check directly with indoor attractions before heading out Monday.
🛍️ Markets & Easy Morning Outings
Want something low-key? Grab coffee, stroll a market and let the kids explore before the hottest part of the day.
🥕 The Woodlands Farmers Market
Saturday, Sept. 5 at Grogan's Mill Village Center. Shop local produce, artisan goods, foods and handmade finds.
🛍️ Lone Star 1st Saturday Market
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in Historic Montgomery. Pair the market with lunch and a walk through downtown Montgomery.
🌱 Tomball Farmers Market
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in Old Town Tomball with 70+ local vendors.
🎨 Tomball Arts & Makers Market
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 405 Commerce Street with artists, makers, bakers and handmade goods.
Start with a farmers market, grab lunch somewhere local, then head to a pool, park or indoor attraction for the afternoon.
🎭 Shows & Entertainment
🎩 Conroe Conjuring — Friday night family-friendly magic at the Owen Theatre.
🎨 Painting Classes — Several all-ages and ages 12+ painting sessions are scheduled around The Woodlands throughout the weekend.
🎶 Live Music Around The Woodlands — Market Street and area restaurants have live music throughout the holiday weekend.
🚗 Cars & Coffee for a Cause — Sunday morning at Market Street for families with car-loving kids.
🚗 Worth the Drive
🫧 Labor Day Foam Party at POST Houston
Monday, Sept. 7 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
📍 Skylawn at POST Houston
🎟️ $5 | All ages
Multiple foam machines, family-friendly music and plenty of messy Labor Day fun on the rooftop.
EVENT DETAILS →✈️ Labor Day Fun at Lone Star Flight Museum
Monday, Sept. 7 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
🎟️ $10 admission for everyone
Explore aircraft displays, tour planes, try flight simulators, join hands-on children's activities and enjoy a free hot dog, chips and drink while supplies last.
PLAN YOUR VISIT →💡 Still Can't Decide? Build Your Own Family Day
🌅 The Easy Saturday:
Farmers market → lunch → pool or splash pad → ice cream.
🌳 The Outdoor Family:
Morning hike → picnic → paddle Lake Woodlands → sunset dinner.
☀️ The "It's Too Hot" Plan:
Children's museum → lunch → bowling or indoor play → movie night at home.
🌊 The Lake Day:
Head toward Lake Conroe → swim or boat → lakeside meal → sunset.
🎆 The Sunday Plan:
Slow morning → Cars & Coffee → afternoon downtime → Labor Day Festival and fireworks at Waterway Square.
NEXT UP: FALL!
🎃 Ready for Pumpkin Patches & Fall Festivals?
Our 2026 North Houston Fall Family Fun Guide is LIVE with pumpkin patches, fall festivals, corn mazes, Halloween fun, markets and more.
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